Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles, the 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Mt 03 Abs (2018)

122 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.4% first-time pass rate

2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs

CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Limited data for this trim variant. The DVLA records this vehicle under a specific trim-level name with only 122 vehicles on record — some statistics may not be reliable at this sample size.

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We have limited data for the 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

12.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.38

Over 4.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 122 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	118	92.2%	0.39

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

4,255

typical

2,618

low mileage

8,695

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs vehicles fall between 2,618 and 8,695 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,618 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 2,618–8,695 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 11,738 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Yamaha Mt 03 Abss are still being driven.

Strong survival — 83 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 86% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.38

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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